WorksheetsStudy Guide (Unit 8)
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 12mins
Jackson is studying the history of Georgia's economy. Identify three factors that contributed to the change in Georgia's economy during the early 20th century.
Georgians moved from urban areas to more rural areas.
A boll weevil infestation destroyed much of the state's cotton crops.
World Wars I and II caused demand for manufactured goods to increase.
The population of Georgia became more centralized in urban areas.
Which factor MOST LIKELY contributed to the increase in farm productivity from 1945-1964?
a reduction in government subsidies
a decrease in the number of farm workers
advancements in agricultural machinery
an increase in the number of small farms
What was a significant trend in Georgia's population distribution from 1945 to 1964?
Urban areas in the state experienced population growth.
Farm labor became scarce in the state.
The state's agricultural demand significantly declined.
Rural areas saw a large influx of immigrants.
Identify the individual associated with the following achievements in Georgia:
expanded Atlanta's airport, served as mayor for an extended period, and promoted racial integration in schools.
Ivan Allen Jr.
William B. Hartsfield
Andrew Young
Maynard Jackson
What significant contribution did Ivan Allen Jr. make to Atlanta during his tenure as mayor?
Guiding the city through the Civil Rights Movement
Establishing a major university in the city
Attracting professional sports teams to Atlanta
Developing the city's public transportation system
How did the end of the white primary affect the 1946 governor's race?
M.E. Thompson won because he stayed out of the white primary debate.
Eugene Talmadge won because he promised to bring the white primary back.
Herman Talmadge won because of votes received in the new primary system.
Herman Talmadge won because of votes received in the new primary system.
What is one reason for the decline in farm animal ownership in Georgia since World War II?
The rural population in Georgia has been decreasing over the years.
The cost of maintaining farm animals has risen significantly.
Farm animals are now subject to higher taxes than before World War II.
After acquiring new skills during the war, many Georgians chose not to return to farming.
What actions did Ivan Allen, Jr. take to promote equality in Atlanta? Select three of the following.
He endorsed the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
He permitted African Americans to serve as firefighters.
He initiated the construction of a major airport in the city.
He took down segregation signs from water fountains at City Hall.
What were the significant occurrences in the 1946 Georgia governor's election?
Herman Talmadge is appointed governor by Georgia's General Assembly.
A special election in Georgia results in Herman Talmadge becoming governor a year later.
Eugene Talmadge passes away soon after being elected for a fourth term as governor.
Following a legal dispute, Melvin Thompson is declared governor by Georgia's Supreme Court.
Identify the transportation network that collaborates with another to facilitate the distribution of imports across Georgia.
Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport — the Interstate Highway System
Georgia's public transit system — railroads
the Interstate Highway System — Georgia's public transit system
Georgia's public transit system — the state's deepwater ports
Noah is working on a project about international trade. He needs to find out which are the MOST important for transporting Georgia-made products to markets in Europe and Asia. Can you help him?
Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and Georgia's deepwater ports
the Interstate Highway System and Georgia's deepwater ports
Railroads and Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and the Interstate Highway System
Mason and Mia are working on a school project about international trade. They are exploring what would happen if Georgia did not have an international airport and deepwater ports. What would be the MOST LIKELY result?
Georgians would have less access to goods from other countries.
Taxes in Georgia would more than double.
Georgians would need to become completely self-sufficient.
The economy of Georgia would utterly collapse.
A radio is made in North Korea, then put into a shipping container and loaded on a ship heading to Georgia. What would MOST LIKELY be the next logical destination for this item?
The radio is loaded onto a truck to be shipped to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
The radio arrives at a railroad terminal in Macon to be shipped to the Port of Brunswick.
The radio arrives at the Port of Brunswick and is unloaded.
The radio arrives at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and is unloaded.
Which business is most likely to rely heavily on the Interstate Highway System for its operations?
a company in Athens that produces custom guitars and distributes them solely within the state
a bicycle repair and training service based in Valdosta
an automobile manufacturer in Savannah with a strong market presence in Europe
a fashion brand in Atlanta with a significant customer base in California and New York
How do Georgia's transportation systems collaborate to ensure the delivery of goods to residents across the state?
Emma, living in Macon, Georgia, orders a painting from an artist in Italy. The painting will be flown to the Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta and then delivered to Macon using the Interstate Highway System.
Lucas, residing in Athens, Georgia, buys a handcrafted table from a workshop in Savannah. The table will be transported from the Port of Savannah to Athens using the railroad system, and then delivered to his home via local roads.
Olivia, a resident of Valdosta, Georgia, orders a set of dishes from a company in Japan. The dishes will arrive at the Port of Brunswick and then be transported to Valdosta using the Interstate Highway System.
Jackson, living in Albany, Georgia, purchases a vintage guitar from a seller in Chicago. The guitar will be shipped via the railroad to Atlanta and then transported to Albany using the Interstate Highway System.
Abigail is an entrepreneur seeking to develop a new eco-friendly water bottle and start a business based on that product. What is one possible cause of failure she might face?
The risk that public interest in the product will be lower than expected.
The risk that competing companies will restrict supply to raise prices of the product.
The risk that the good will be so popular that the business will need to expand.
The risk that the demand for the product will be so high that the price must be increased.
Nate is dissatisfied with his current job at a grocery store chain because they don't offer organic products, which are in demand in his town. He decides to leave his job and invest his savings into opening an organic grocery store in his community.
Why is this business venture especially risky for Nate?
He is entering a market with no competition.
He is taking a financial risk with his savings.
He is guaranteed to succeed because of high demand.
He will have more free time after starting his business.
What is the primary function of entrepreneurs in the economy?
They manage government agencies and public services.
They invest in stock markets to earn profits.
They establish companies that offer products and services.
They teach business courses at universities.
What is the primary industry that influences the economy in Georgia's rural areas?
Manufacturing has seen a decline in Georgia, reducing the need for skilled labor in urban centers.
Agriculture is the dominant industry in Georgia's rural regions, though it offers limited high-paying jobs.
Tourism is a key economic factor in Georgia, with most attractions located in rural areas.
The removal of tax incentives for film production has decreased entertainment job opportunities in cities.
What factors contribute to the significance of the film industry in Georgia?
The film and television industry is crucial to Georgia's economy, supported by government tax incentives. The state's universities supply skilled workers, and its transportation networks facilitate easy access for film productions. Additionally, Georgia's diverse locations offer ideal settings for various film genres.
Georgia's transportation systems primarily benefit the tourism sector, and the state's diverse locations are a major draw for tourists.
Georgia's music industry is centered in cities like Atlanta and does not benefit from the state's diverse locations. The government specifically encourages film and television production through tax incentives.
